Arsenal expect to welcome back midfielders Andrey Arshavin (hamstring), Denilson (calf) and Abou Diaby (knee) for the Barclays Premier League clash against Burnley.
However, veteran centre-back Sol Campbell is out because of a groin problem, while Cameroon midfielder Alex Song is suspended.
Fit again: Arshavin is one of three Arsenal players making a return
William Gallas (calf) is still sidelined, while Carlos Vela will be rested after international duty away with Mexico.
Aaron Ramsey (broken leg) has joined Robin van Persie (ankle) and Johan Djourou (knee) as a long-term absentee.
Team (from): Almunia, Clichy, Vermaelen, Silvestre, Sagna, Nasri, Denilson, Fabregas, Rosicky, Walcott, Bendtner, Fabianski, Arshavin, Eduardo, Traore, Diaby, Campbell, Eboue, Bartley.
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